Process Engineer

ob Title

Process Engineer – Metal Forming

Location

Elizabethtown, Kentucky

Shift Hours

Full-Time | Day Shift

About the Role

Our client, a Tier 1 automotive manufacturer in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, is seeking a Process Engineer to support their metal forming operations. This role will focus on improving manufacturing processes, optimizing forming operations, and ensuring high-quality production standards within a fast-paced automotive environment.

The Process Engineer will work closely with production, maintenance, quality, and tooling teams to troubleshoot issues, implement process improvements, and support new product launches. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers with automotive manufacturing experience or individuals eager to develop expertise in metal forming and stamping processes.

Salary range for this position is $70,000 – $85,000, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and optimize metal forming and stamping processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and safety standards are met

• Analyze production data and identify opportunities to improve cycle time, scrap reduction, and overall equipment efficiency

• Troubleshoot process issues within the forming area and implement corrective actions

• Work with tooling, maintenance, and production teams to ensure proper setup and operation of stamping and forming equipment

• Assist with new product launches, including process development, validation, and documentation

• Develop and maintain standard work instructions and process documentation

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and cost reduction projects

• Support root cause analysis and implement solutions for quality and production issues

• Monitor process capability and maintain compliance with automotive quality standards

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering

• Experience in automotive manufacturing, preferably within a Tier 1 supplier environment

• Exposure to metal forming, stamping, or related manufacturing processes preferred

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and process improvement methodologies

• Ability to analyze data and implement practical engineering solutions

• Experience working cross-functionally with production, quality, and maintenance teams

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other engineering tools